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SECREDL. Baghdad Operations Center 2K Hussein explained that the duties of a personal secretary include arranging the schedule of the person for whom the person is working. A Secretary must be precise in executing his duties. Hussein selected Mahmoud as his personal secretary because he was "suitable for the position." He added that this was his own choice and not a Matter of historical significance. Hussein reiterated that Mahmoud had served in the Himaya and Murafiqeen, and that both organizations were composed of Hussein's relatives. At the beginning of the Revolution, only one of his relatives served in an Iraqi government political position. At that time, Hussein's relatives had limited education and primarily served in the Iraqi army and other military services. 28 Hussein pointed out that members of his protective detail did not necessarily dictate the details of his movements. He claimed that at times, he taught them ways to improve their performance and be more successful. He recalled joking with them that he could perform their job better. He felt it was very important that detail members not to be "rough" when Hussein "mingled" with the people. In his Opinion, the detail would have failed in its mission if it "isolated" him from the masses. It was also important that the detail be able to alter their duties and behavior to accommodate Hussein's nature. As further evidence of his teaching abilities, Hussein stated that if requested, he could provide advice regarding the writer's interviewing duties. When asked to €xpound on this statement, Hussein stated, "A doctor does not chase people asking them what is wrong. They come to him." ; 28) Hussein stated the most important thing is to look at one's position, whether executing or planning, to determine how to perform duties. A person executing orders must be precise and quick. One who Supervises must allow those under him to exercise initiative. The "margin for initiative" differs between civilian and military situations. Hussein stated, "The eyes in the field are different than those at headquarters," Often, the "field eyes" are more accurate in understanding a Particular Situation than headquarters components. AS\ Regarding character traits he seeks in subordinates, Hussein stated, "A human being in not like merchandise." One may think an individual is Suitable for a position only to later discover that he does not possess the SECRETS 2